Abstract

Extracted from text ... SHUAIB MANJRA, MB ChB, MMedSc,
BSc (Med) (Hons) Sports Medicine, DOH
Occupational and Sports Medicine
Physician Rondebosch, Cape Town
An athlete presents a unique challenge
to the physician. In addition to other
considerations, it is imperative for the
physician to be aware of the athlete's
status and the drugs and substances
prohibited to the athlete. Failure to
consider this, and prescribing drugs
that are prohibited, can have severe
consequences for the athlete, including
the loss of his/her ability to continue
competing and earning a living. This,
in turn, can have potential ramifications
for the doctor, should the athlete ..